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How to Iron a Tablecloth

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Tablecloths look best when flat, crisp and wrinkle-free. You can have them dry-cleaned, or spare the expense and iron them. Ironing a large tablecloth can be a bit tricky, but after doing it once, you'll be a pro. Iron a tablecloth for your table ... more »

How to Iron a Velvet Prom Dress

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It is prom season once again, and you have chosen a lush and gorgeous velvet prom dress. But take extreme caution when trying to eliminate those little wrinkles and imperfections from your stunning gown, as velvet requires special care when ... more »

How to Iron Like a Pro

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Wrinkles in our clothes are caused when moisture in the air bonds with the fibers in a fabric. The bond locks the fabric in place. The best way to get rid of wrinkles is to add more moisture. Steam changes the bond in the fabric and allows the ... more »

How to Iron on a Countertop

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Whether you are traveling or at home, you can iron clothing on a countertop with good results. Ironing boards aren't always available or maybe you're just in too much of a hurry to pull it out. In order to get good results, you must learn to ... more »

How to Iron Pants

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If eyes are the windows to one's soul, then pants are the window to one's...No matter how you fill in the blank, never fail to make a good first impression by keeping your pants neatly pressed as follows... more »

How to Iron Pleated Pants

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Pleated pants are a dressy alternative to straight-front pants and need to be ironed carefully to maintain the pleats. Whether you're new to ironing or need a refresher, here are some tips to guide you how to iron pleated pants... more »

How to Iron Sheets

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When it comes to ironing sheets, many people don't find it worth the trouble. Sure, the sheets will be wrinkled after someone sleeps on them, but for some, ironing is a therapeutic activity. Ironing sheets is much like ironing any other laundry ... more »

How to Keep Clothes Wrinkle-Free Without Ironing

By Matthias Niska

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Do you hate ironing clothes? Do you sometimes find that your clean clothes have gotten wrinkled because they weren’t hung up or folded properly? Here is a quick, simple method for keeping your clothes wrinkle-free without ironing them... more »

How to keep crease-line intact in ironed clothes

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When ironed clothes(shirts & blouses)are staked in shelves or cabinet, they tend to lose the crease we made while ironing. Pulling individual items too is difficult. Fold a newspaper in line with the crease of the clothes. Keep it under the ... more »

How to Keep Lint off Clothes in the Washing Machine

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There are numerous ways to remove lint from your clothes. The best way to be sure your clothes are lint free when you walk out the door is to keep any lint from getting on them in the first place. If you keep the lint off your clothes in the ... more »

How to keep socks together in the wash

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Whenever I wash socks I become so upset because it's always my favorite, comfy pair that is missing its partner. Well I've had enough... more »

How to Keep Tablecloths and Napkins Looking New

By Sheila Wilkinson

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Table linens can last for many, many years with proper care. Without it, however, they can fade and look shabby very quickly. When you invest in nice linens, you want them to last. With proper care, good linens can last a lifetime... more »

How to Keep Track of Socks

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Everyone has lost a sock or two in the wash, and most people have lost quite a few over the years. Keeping track of socks can be a difficult task, especially if you have multiple people in the house who tend to throw them wherever they please. ... more »

How to Launder Bath Towels

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Whether you have ordinary cotton bath towels or expensive, luxurious, Egyptian cotton, there are a number of things you can do to keep them soft, absorbent and lasting for years. Investing in quality bath towels and taking proper care of them by ... more »

How to Make a Clothes Dryer Fragrance Pad

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Everyone loves the clean smell of freshly laundered clothes. To achieve this, most people buy scented fabric sheets to add to their dryers, but you can be thrifty and make your own clothes dryer fragrance pad. This is a fairly quick and easy project... more »

How to Make a Laundry Cabinet

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Here is a neat idea for a laundry cabinet made from an old TV entertainment center. If you have upgraded to a flat screen TV, don't toss that entertainment center to the curb just yet. Instead, reinvent it as a handy laundry cabinet. All you need ... more »

How to Make A Pre wash Solution For Your Laundry

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Everyone usually use a pre wash solution on spots on there clothes while washing them. Here is one just for you... more »

How to Make a PVC Laundry Basket

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A PVC laundry basket can provide an alternative to the store bought brands. This basket takes less than 30 minutes to put together. It has a mesh bag inside that is easily removed and washed as needed... more »

How to Make a T-Shirt Folding Machine

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Laundry is a necessary chore that few people enjoy. One of the most time consuming aspects is folding the laundry once it's clean. With T-shirts making up a large chunk of many wardrobes, commercial shirt-folding gadgets have popped up ... more »

How to make athletic shoes look like new again

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With nine children and acres of dirt, I learned long ago how to keep athletic shoes looking like new. Very easy...and it will save you $$$$$$... more »

How to Make Doing Laundry Easier

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Laundry is usually not on anyone's list of fun things to do. Unfortunately, the laundering process cannot be sped up, unless you have a time machine. Adapt a few small tips, and your job can become easier, even if the washing machine still takes ... more »

How to Make Herbal Lavender Laundry Bags

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When clothes and linens come out of the laundry they smell fresh and floral because of the dryer sheets that are used. Although the sheets are relatively inexpensive, you can make your own even cheaper. Lavender has a calming effect and you can ... more »

How to Make Homemade Laundry Soap

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Do you have a delicate item that must be hand washed? Everyone usually does sometime or another. Well, here is an easy one for you... more »

How to Make Laundry Chores Easier

By Katterz

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We all hate doing the laundry but eventually you are going to run out of clean towels, sheets, clothes and everything else. Here are a few tips to make laundry duty a little easier... more »

How to Make Laundry Products

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If you do your own laundry, you already know that laundry products aren't cheap. The cost can add up to a considerable amount over the course of a year. If you take some time to make your own laundry products, you'll cut a wide swath through your ... more »

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